Types of trip
Brits shed inhibitions, and their clothes
Research by Cheapflights.co.uk reveals a trend towards nudity as increasing numbers of holiday makers prefer to strip off on the beach. According to recent figures, participation in nudism is growing by 20 percent annually*. A recent poll from Cheapflights.co.uk also shows that ten percent of its viewers would choose to leave their clothes behind on holiday.
Embrace the chills of autumn with a ghostly weekend
Autumn is coming, the nights are drawing in and the temperature is dropping. Embrace the chills of the season with an unforgettable short break in a stunning but haunted location with Haunting Breaks.
Gorgeous crafts in Shropshire
The Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust and The Shropshire Guild of Contemporary Craft are again bringing together some of the West Midlands’ finest craftsmen and women for their annual flagship exhibition, ‘Gorgeous’, over the weekend of 29 and 30 November at Enginuity, Coalbrookdale. For the first time this year, the makers will also be joined by many of the region’s top food and drink producers in association with Heart of England Fine Foods.
Watergate Bay hosts summer's last splash
A Cornish beach famous for its extreme sports is preparing for the arrival of over 20 thoroughbred polo ponies next month, as Veuve Clicquot Polo on the Beach returns to Watergate Bay on Tuesday 9th September.
UK holiday destinations - The good, the bad and the ugly
The end of summer is fast approaching and despite the lousy weather it appears that 2008 could have been a bumper year for British holiday destinations, as many people opted for a “staycation” in response to economic woes. But did we all have a lovely time? TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel community, conducted a poll of over 500 British travellers to find out what they think are the best and worst of what Britain’s coastal resorts, lakes, mountains and cities have to offer.
Irish Ferries holds lowest-ever fare for autumn and winter
Despite rising fuel costs, Irish Ferries, the low fares ferry company, has announced that, for the autumn and winter, it will again be offering a £59 one-way fare to Ireland. This fare – for car and driver – guarantees no hidden extras as all taxes and fuel charges are included.
Denbies offers harvest grape picking experience
Denbies Wine Estate, Dorking, Surrey, with 265 acres of vines, is the largest single estate vineyard in the UK. Denbies Vine & Dine Grape picking day is the only experience of its kind in the UK and since its introduction in 2006 has attracted visitors from all over the country.
Book now for 2009’s best deals to Turkey
Turkey self-catering specialist Artemis Travel is aiming to help travellers get the best possible deal in Turkey next summer by offering accommodation at 2008 rates.
Scandinavian adventures by rail
Discover the superb sights, fascinating history and rich culture of Scandinavia on a choice of three 11-day tours to these northern lands courtesy of Great Rail Journeys, the UK’s market leader for escorted holidays by rail.
Southern Cloud charter yacht arrives in the Whitsundays
The Southern Cloud, a newly refurbished 130ft luxury yacht is now available for charter for up to twelve guests in the beautiful Australian Whitsundays and Great Barrier Reef.
One in ten holiday romances lead to wedding bells
Those heading off abroad this year could return home with more than just a tan - almost one in 10 Brits (nine per cent) end up marrying their holiday romance.
Quieter roads expected over August bank holiday
The British motorist can expect to see quieter roads this August Bank Holiday, as keepmoving.co.uk has found that traffic patterns have begun to buck the trend for the first time in many years.
Young Brits discover Hamburg
German boys are better-looking than English ones (feel free to disagree), still water is only served when specifically asked for and Milka chocolate is the thing to buy when in Germany. These are just a few of the conclusions of the participants of the third youth trip to Germany organised by the German National Tourist Office (GNTO) and UK-German Connection as part of their Discover Germany! programme.
Marrakesh for less
Cox & Kings has recently released its new Middle East brochure for 2009, featuring an extended collection of properties in Marrakesh and throughout Morocco. New to Cox & Kings’ comprehensive portfolio are six boutique riads from Angsana Resorts, well-known for their world-class Asian properties.
Take a cookie break at Haven’s Combe
Leading author and children’s food expert Annabel Karmel MBE will be taking a break at Haven’s Combe Haven Holiday Park near Hastings in Sussex in September. She’ll be helping children make cup cakes and cookies and showing Mums and Dads how rustle up delicious and nutritious meals that will appeal to kids and the whole family.